China

China updated several important visa and work-permit rules that affect foreign nationals, employers, and travelers. These changes include a workforce cap on foreign hires in Shenzhen, stricter documentation for work permit/work-related residence permit renewals in Guangzhou, and new requirements for overseas Z visa applications tied to a specific type of work-permit notice. This guide explains…

Adopting a pet in China combines the emotional reward of giving an animal a home with practical steps that vary by city, port, and whether the animal is local or arriving from abroad. This guide covers how adoption works locally, legal and health requirements for importing dogs and cats, port-specific services you’ll encounter at major…

On November 4, 2025, the State Council issued the official China’s public holidays schedule for 2026 via its Circular of the General Office of the State Council on the Arrangement of Public Holidays in 2026. The holiday schedule is as follows: Holiday Start & End Dates Adjusted Working Day(s) Duration New Year’s Day Jan 1 ~ Jan…

Update Date: November 20, 2025 On November 20, 2025, China’s National Immigration Administration (NIA) launched an official option for foreign nationals to complete their arrival (entry) card online before arriving at Chinese ports of entry. The new digital filing channels include the NIA official website, government service portals, the “移民局12367” mobile app, and WeChat and…

Moving to China with pets requires careful planning, paperwork, and timing. This guide covers a complete relocation checklist, the pet import process by country, quarantine rules, timeline, cost estimates, and sample forms you’ll need. Quick checklist (high-level) Pet import process by country (how origin affects requirements) Moving pets to China is handled differently depending on…

Moving to Guangzhou or already living here with a pet brings questions about quality veterinary care, language barriers, emergency access, and the complexities of international pet import/export. This guide collects practical options, explains port-specific and import-related services you’ll need at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), and points to specialists and international transport partners who regularly…

More expatriates, long-term travelers, and local renters are bringing pets into urban life. Finding a rental that welcomes animals in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, and other major Chinese cities still requires planning: pet policies vary by landlord, building, district and listing platform, and many mainstream sites do not surface pet-friendly filters clearly. Knowing where…

Finding high-quality veterinary care in Shanghai can feel overwhelming the first time you need it. This guide explains how veterinary services are structured in the city, what “accredited” and “international” mean in practice, which clinics offer emergency and 24-hour care, and where to find mobile vets who will come to your door. Practical checklists, a…

Moving or traveling to China with a pet requires careful planning: airlines have different acceptance rules, container requirements, seasonal restrictions, fee structures, and paperwork expectations that interact with China’s national import rules. This guide breaks down the practical differences between in-cabin and cargo transport, shows how fees and seasonal restrictions typically work, and highlights what…

Finding reliable temporary boarding or a trustworthy pet sitter in China requires navigating city-by-city differences, language barriers, and specific rules for animals entering or transiting through quarantine facilities. Popular solutions range from platform-connected in-home sitters and house-sitters to professional kennels and quarantine holdover facilities used during international travel. Well-established platforms and local providers each have…